June 28, 2019 | Homeownership

With weather patterns and micro-climates seemingly more unpredictable than ever, it makes sense for homeowners to do whatever they can do to reduce the risk of compromising their outdoor greenery due to unreliable precipitation.

Watering systems are more efficient than any other form of watering. No more watering sidewalks or missing patches of green turf. Here are the top 3 reasons we believe an irrigation system is a great addition to any family home.

1. Keeps things automated
We live in a world where now, almost everything we do is automated. Our phone knows when we want to wake up every morning, our lights know to turn on when we get home, our car tells us when we need fuel. Why not automate when your grass needs watering? Traditional above-ground sprinkler or drip irrigation systems with automatic timers are popular, likely because they are an affordable option for those who want the freedom to be away from home, or simply or simply want to spend less time worrying about their lawns and gardens. Whatever your preferred irrigation system, it is likely most efficient when monitored by a computer-programmed moisture sensor that adjusts irrigation times based on dry or rainy conditions. You’ll enjoy even more efficiency if that system can draw from stored rainwater when additional moisture is required.

2. Saves you money & conserves water
Fortunately, there are many irrigation options that can take care of shrubbery, gardens and lawns without requiring any day-to-day or even season-to-season monitoring. Most residential and commercial property owners use excessive amounts of water to keep their grass and landscape green and fresh, costing them more money than necessary. For better water conservation, an underground or “close to the roots” irrigation system could save a great deal of waste from evaporation- especially during the peak temperatures of extreme summer heat.

3. Increases your home’s value
Irrigation systems are a huge feature when selling or purchasing a home and can noticeably increase your home in value. Not only does it serve as a desired feature for home Buyers, because let’s face it, who doesn’t want a beautifully landscaped yard without the continued maintenance, and excess money spend? Irrigation systems also offer fabulous benefits as a home Seller. We know how much work goes into preparing your home for sale, so why not eliminate the maintenance of your lawn in these warmer months. This will allow you to focus on other projects around the house that might increase your home’s value, and the lawn can take care of itself. As a result, your sprinkler system will help achieve a beautiful landscape, making your home stand out from the crowd.

Whatever your reasoning, we believe home irrigation systems are a great addition to the family home. An irrigation system will put the exact amount of water, in the exact spots, exactly when it is needed. You get the balance and consistency that hoses and moveable sprinklers can’t. Your lawn is an extension of you and your home, so put in a dependable watering system and let your lawn shine. By having a sprinkler irrigation system installed you will fall in love with your garden all over again while conserving water and maintaining a healthy landscape the whole family can enjoy!